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The Best Ways to Use Lemon Balm at Home (Plus 10 Recipes to Try)

This lemon-scented herb deserves a spot in your kitchen. Here’s how to use it in everything from teas and salads to jam and shortcake.

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The Best Vanilla Extract Substitute Is Probably Hiding in Your Kitchen

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The Juiciest Pork Chops Start With This Fridge Staple

My Secret to Perfectly Cooked Dried Beans Every Time

A Highly-Specific Guide to No-Split Cream Cheese Frosting

All The Questions You (Still) Have About Sourdough, Answered

We Answered All Your Soup Season Questions

We Found All The Clever Ways to Use Deli Containers

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Introducing 'Let Me Show You,' Our New Series For Learning Kitchen Fundamentals

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How Hailee Catalano Makes Our Favorite Beach Sandwiches

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Our Food Stylist’s Tips for the Best Thanksgiving Cheese Board

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Is There Really a Right Way to Store Spices?

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The Best Butter for Baking Comes From a Surprising Place

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The Best Way to Baste a Turkey, According to Our Test Kitchen

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